2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 41 L |
